The Paula Faris Show

You’re watching The Paula Faris Show, where we pull up a chair with American Idol finalist, singer-songwriter, and father to twin girls, Colton Dixon. Our conversation is a rollercoaster ride through fatherhood, the ups and downs of a music career, including the setback he faced when getting dropped by his music label.   Colton also shares his journey as a millennial, very hands-on dad, complete with the heartwarming story of one of his daughters’ miraculous survival against all odds, leaving you with all the feels. And if you’ve ever wanted to know what it's like to compete on a music show like American Idol, Colton spills the tea on his journey, from nerve-wracking auditions to navigating the intense competition, plus that one time he forgot the lyrics while singing the national anthem.  Join us for a fun and enlightening episode that'll make you laugh and cry and maybe even discover your new favorite song for your playlist! Life Happens … Let’s Talk About It.  Listen in to learn more: (00:04) Millennial Dad and Music Career Journey (06:25) Overcoming Setbacks and Navigating His BIG Break (20:00) Finding Inspiration during Loss and Achieving Success (29:35) His Unique Clothing Style and Parachute Straps In this episode, we are diving into: -his two-time journey on American Idol-auditioning with his sister Schyler –being dropped by his label (even questioning continuing being a musician-getting his BIG break and being picked up by Atlantic Records - the importance of his parents’ support on his career – not having a backup plan -and even forgetting the lyrics to the National Anthem in high school-. PLUS,.Colton even answers some listener questions -And so much more!  LINKS  Website: https://www.coltondixon.com/  “Build a Boat” video  - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jjaKKAsQc34  Colton’s National Anthem Performance for the Kansas City Cheifs https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w51xCIJh_jI Remember to subscribe for more candid conversations to help you live your best life. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-paula-faris-show/message

You’re watching The Paula Faris Show, and I dare you NOT to smile during this conversation as we get to know Rutledge Wood, the host of Netflix’s megahit show, “The Floor Is Lava”, which we’ve probably all watched at some point.  Buckle up as we talk about how he got his start thanks to a Craigslist ad, the secrets behind “The Floor Is Lava”, what it’s like being a girl dad, and the pivotal role fathers play in boosting their daughters' confidence. And as always, he’s answering your questions! Including why this self-proclaimed car enthusiast loves his minivan more than any other car.  Don’t be surprised if you find yourself rooting for Rutledge because of how he’s worked his way to the top and treated people with class along the way. Life Happens, friends. Let’s Talk About It!  Life Happens … Let’s Talk About It.  Listen in to learn more: (00:03) - From Craigslist to Car Enthusiast and the Daytona 500 (20:24) - Top Gear, Netflix, and  his journey to TV success (28:46) - Being a Girl Dad  (37:12) - Finding Identity and Embracing Change In this episode, the main thing that stood out to me was the power of relationships and how he hasn’t forgotten about anyone who helped him along the way. Our conversation was hilarious, especially about how he talked about his love for cars ( including why he loves his MINIVAN), being a girl dad, the importance of teamwork, and much more. PLUS - Rutledge answers YOUR questions, including where people go when they fall into the LAVA!   LINKS  The Floor Is Lava  Rutledge Wood Don’t forget to sign up for our Target Gift Card Giveaway! We are giving away a $100 Target Gift Card to 3 lucky winners! All you have to do is subscribe to The Paula Faris Show on your favorite platform, then head to the form below to provide your email!  The winners will be contacted on December 1st! Click here to enter! Remember to subscribe for more candid conversations to help you live your best life.  --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-paula-faris-show/message

You’re watching The Paula Faris Show featuring a new friend,  Aarti “Parti” Sequeira! If you love food, you’ve probably seen her regularly on The Food Network or rubbing elbows with some of the world’s top chefs. But the culinary world is something Aarti never saw coming; she actually went to school to be a journalist. So, what happens when life takes you in an unexpected direction? And, what happens when you still feel unqualified, even when you’ve “made it”? We unpack it all with Aarti–her imposter syndrome, how she continually pushed herself out of her comfort zone, plus we get personal as she talks about growing up in Dubai, meeting her husband at age 18, and her intense battle with postpartum depression.  We also explore the one thing we need to do before we cook and work. And, as usual,  I’m asking Aarti some of your burning questions! (You won’t believe the secret of some of the top chefs!!)  Life Happens, friends. Let’s Talk About It!  Life Happens … Let’s Talk About It.  Listen in to learn more: (00:03) - Cooking as a Transformative Experience (12:46) - From Journalism to Cooking and all things Food Network (23:24) - Postpartum Depression and Overcoming Mental Illness (29:12) - The Importance of Simple, Family Meals In this episode, we are diving into: -her big break on the Next Food Network Star  - how the magic of life's simplest moments can set the stage for success- Experiencing imposter syndrome and the importance of taking small risks and pushing yourself out of your comfort zone- Why we should all be talking to our plant. PLUS, Aarti shares a secret about some of the top chefs. -And so much more!  LINKS  Aarti’s new book, Unwind  AartiSequiera.com Postpartum.net  Don’t forget to sign up for our Target Gift Card Giveaway! We are giving away $100 Target Gift Card to 3 lucky winners! All you have to do is subscribe to The Paula Faris Show on your favorite platform, then head to the form below to provide your email!  The winners will be contacted on December 1st! - Just fill out this form! Remember to subscribe for more candid conversations to help you live your best life. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-paula-faris-show/message

You’re watching The Paula Faris Show with our brand new friend, Jenna Kutcher. Jenna is a marketing genius, a mom of two, and an entrepreneur who hustled and worked to create the life she wants. (Did you know she has the #1 marketing podcast and recently hit 100 MILLION downloads?!) In this episode, Jenna and I talk about her buying a $300 camera on Craigslist that changed her life, the power of being a beginner, prioritizing our health as women and parents, and how we need to listen to that inner voice no matter what others tell us!  Join us to talk about passions, pursuing our dreams, and raising families. Because life happens, so we’re talking about it! Life Happens … Let’s Talk About It.  Listen in to learn more: (00:03) - Living a Big Life in a Small Town  (06:32) -Buying a $300 Camera and starting a wedding photography business (11:27) - Overcoming Challenges, Embracing the Messy Middle, and Listening to Our Inner Voice  (21:27) - Navigating Personal Growth, Rediscovering Priorities and Pursuing Goals (26:57) -Why Women Are Afraid to Dream and the Importance of Our Health. In this episode, we are diving into: - whether she is related to Ashton Kutcher— Living life in a small town - how she used technology to reach a global audience -  how she met her husband at 18- how pursuing her curiosities led to her BIG BREAK- PLUS The importance of honoring that small voice that so many of us have muted, that’s told us, “This isn’t meant for you.”...And so much more!  LINKS  JennaKutcher.com The Goal Digger Podcast  Remember to subscribe for more candid conversations to help you live your best life! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-paula-faris-show/message

You’re watching The Paula Faris Show with one of my favorite humans, Jesse Palmer. You might know him from a little show called The Bachelor (yep, he's currently the host, and was THE Bachelor about 20 years ago). Or maybe, you know him from football—he played quarterback at the University of Florida, then made it to the NFL with the NY Giants, and today, he’s a prominent college football TV analyst. I know Jesse from his time at Good Morning America. The guy is versatile.  In this episode, Jesse and I talk about our mutual love of college football, his big feelings on becoming a dad (he and his wife are expecting a baby girl), how he found football despite growing up in Canada, a hockey-obsessed country, and how saying YES has opened up doors to success in life and love.  Jump in the conversation … Because life happens, so let’s talk about it! Life Happens … Let’s Talk About It.  Listen in to learn more: 0:00:04) - Becoming a Parent  (0:12:07) - Navigating Big Breaks, Embracing  the Unknown, and Preparing for Success (0:18:19) - Jesse’s Experience on The Bachelor and Now Hosting The Show (0:30:12) - Canadian Nice, Michigan’s Struggles  and the influence of Jim Harbaugh In this episode, we are diving into: - Jesse’s journey from the streets of Ottawa to the sunny shores of Florida- The hard work and perseverance it took to make it to the NFL - the influence of Jim Harbaugh - Canadian niceness PLUS Jesse shares why having a baby girl is a huge feat in his family -And so much more!  Remember to subscribe for more candid conversations to help you live your best life! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-paula-faris-show/message

You’re watching The Paula Faris Show featuring comedian and YouTuber Trey Kennedy. We’re talking about Trey’s hilarious take on life as a new father, plus his Big Break that led him to comedy and the stage fright he still feels.  Trey has advice for anyone trying to find their thing and dishes what it’s like being married to your opposite. And you don’t want to miss when Paula’s son pops in to ask Trey a very important question! Life Happens … Let’s Talk About It.  Listen in to learn more: (0:00:00) - The Joys and Challenges of Parenthood (0:04:53) - Parenthood, Expectations, and Balancing Roles (0:11:13) - Discovering His Talent (0:16:09) - The Journey From Finance to Comedy (0:20:29) - Overcoming Fear and Finding Your “Thing” (0:25:24) - The Purpose Behind the Passion In this episode, we are diving into: - Trey’s journey from the corporate world of finance to his passion for acting and comedy- his first stage performance belting out hits from Justin Timberlake and Adele-how his fears of performing became the catalyst for his success - Trey’s early successes on Vine, some reality checks and how they impacted his passion PLUS we share stories of our own parenting experiences, including the surprise of having a ten-pound baby! -And so much more!  Check out Trey’s Podcast - Correct Opinions. Purchase tickets for his Grow Up Comedy Tour. Remember to subscribe for more candid conversations to help you live your best! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-paula-faris-show/message

You’re watching  The Paula Faris Show featuring the inspiring Sazan Hendrix! She is a mom, wife, digital creator, and author!  In today’s episode, we explore how small acts of love can fuel our personal growth and the relationships around us. Through open-hearted conversations, we discuss our shared Middle Eastern heritage, how she juggles motherhood and a career, plus who can resist some fun chatter about celebrity look-alikes? Join us as we celebrate the joys of life, motherhood, and the magic of five-minute detours that feed the soul. Because life happens, so we’re talking about it! Life Happens … Let’s Talk About It.  Listen in to learn more: (0:00:02) - Love, Ethnicity, and Success (0:06:00) - Success Through Hard Work and Hustle (0:15:07) - Why Their Love Was Forbidden and Their Family’s Mission  (0:19:17) - Discovering a Real Good Life (0:23:58) - Finding Joy in Life and Motherhood This episode uncovers a fervent narrative of success, resilience, and the entrepreneur's unwavering hustle. With Sazan, we dive into the heart of intentional and unintentional acts of love, unearthing their profound and lasting impact.  In this episode, we are diving into: - discuss the ethos of achieving 'Real Good Life' - how the magic of life's simplest moments can set the stage for success- The immigrant mentality that shaped our guest's decision not to engage romantically with her now-husband, Stevie - Sazan’s life-altering 'big break' as she was virtually unknown and an immigrant PLUS  the incredible journey of building a thriving blog and business. -And so much more!  Remember to subscribe for more candid conversations to help you live your best --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-paula-faris-show/message

You’re watching  The Paula Faris Show featuring the incomparable Whoopi Goldberg! On today’s episode, we unravel our shared history at The View, shedding light on how our contrasting viewpoints nurtured an unexpected, yet profound friendship. From relying on welfare as a single mom, to juggling odd jobs, to being cast in ‘The Color Purple’ by Steven Speilberg, you don’t want to miss this episode! Join us in this fulfilling and inspiring journey as we lay bare the gutsy and defiant spirit that defines Whoopi Goldberg.  Because life happens, so we’re talking about it! Life Happens … Let’s Talk About It.  Listen in to learn more: 0:00:05) - Friendship, Ideologies, and Big Breaks (0:06:36) - From Spook Show to Broadway (0:18:53) - Odd Jobs, Welfare, and Motherhood (0:26:39) - Acting and Reinventing Yourself Discussion (0:30:26) - Gratitude and Support in Life/Career Whoopi balances career and personal needs, navigating social media, and finding joy in conversations. In this episode, we are diving into: - Whoopi winning an Oscar, Emmy, Grammy, and a Tony. - Whoopi’s journey from welfare and working odd jobs as a single mom - and the real story behind her name -And so much more!  Remember to subscribe for more candid conversations to help you live your best  Love Paula’s sweatshirt? You can get it HERE --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-paula-faris-show/message

You’re watching  The Paula Faris Show featuring Jana Kramer! From growing up in Michigan, to waitressing, to her Big Break in One Tree Hill and the unexpected relationship with an English soccer coach who slid into her DM’s, Get ready for a great conversation about real life and the unexpectedness.  Because life happens, so we’re talking about it! Life Happens … Let’s Talk About It.  Listen in to learn more: (0:00:03) - Finding Love After Divorce  (0:03:10) - Michigan Girls Discussing Life and Love (0:13:54) - Jana's Big Break (0:20:21) - Family, Books, and Gratitude  (0:27:12) - Jana's New Book and other exciting things coming up! In this episode, we are diving into: - Jana’s big break on One Tree Hill, including how that led to a music career. . - Jana's personal life, including how she and her fiance are making a cross-continental romance work. - Her upcoming TV and film projects, playing Euchre, and how they keep their relationship strong and fun.. -And so much more!  Don't miss out on the Q&A segment on marriage, food choices, the Michigan-Ohio rivalry, and much more. Remember to subscribe for more candid conversations to help you live your best  --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-paula-faris-show/message

Welcome to the first episode of The Paula Faris Show, featuring the one and only Rob Thomas of Matchbox 20. From how it all started, to his Big Break and the totally random way they named their band, buckle up for a great conversation about real life. Because life happens, so we’re talking about it! Life Happens … Let’s Talk About It.  0:00:02 - Rob Thomas Talks Matchbox 20 Music 0:08:42 - Matchbox 20's Path to Success  0:16:18 - The Challenges and Joys of Parenthood  0:25:31 - Rob Thomas Solo Band and Influences In this episode, we delve into: - Rob's journey with Matchbox 20, including how they narrowly avoided disbanding and the song that rekindled their flame. - Rob's personal life, including the joys and challenges of parenthood and his unwavering relationship with his wife, Marisol. - His upcoming solo project and how his experiences on the road have infused his music with new colors. - His favorite live performances and how these songs have evolved. - And so much more!  Don't miss out on Rob's hilarious story about a memorable experience with 'smooth' and his introspective thoughts on how his wife's health struggles have shaped his personal life and music.  Remember to subscribe for more candid conversations to help you live your best life! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-paula-faris-show/message

Welcome to "The Paula Faris Show", where life happens, so let’s talk about it! Join Emmy-award winning journalist Paula Faris as she brings you candid conversations to help you live your best life. From personal journeys to societal issues, Paula talks to guests from all walks of life. Tune in to explore the unfiltered truths, inspiring moments, and thought-provoking discussions that make us human. It's time to dig deep, laugh, cry, and most importantly, let's talk about it. --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/the-paula-faris-show/message